Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Genus:
Species:
assamicus
ID:
413816

Status:
valid

Authors:
Danser

Source:
ksu

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Blumea 3: 401 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000413148



Common Names

  • Assamicus Taxillus
  • Assam Taxillus
  • Assam Yew


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Description

Taxillus assamicus (also called Taxillus assamicus, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It typically grows in dry, rocky areas and is characterized by its small, yellow flowers and narrow, woody stems.

Uses & Benefits

Taxillus assamicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headache, and other illnesses.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taxillus assamicus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taxillus assamicus is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or layering. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Taxillus assamicus

Taxillus assamicus is native to India and can be found in moist grasslands and wetlands.

Taxillus assamicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taxillus assamicus?

Taxillus assamicus

What family does Taxillus assamicus belong to?

Loranthaceae

What is the common name of Taxillus assamicus?

Assam Taxillus

Species in the Loranthaceae family

Actinanthella menyharthii, Actinanthella wyliei, Aetanthus andreanus, Aetanthus colombianus, Aetanthus coriaceus, Aetanthus dichotomus, Aetanthus engelsii, Aetanthus macranthus, Aetanthus mutisii, Aetanthus nodosus, Aetanthus ornatus, Aetanthus ovalis, Aetanthus trifolius, Aetanthus prolongatus, Aetanthus sessilifolius, Aetanthus verticillatus, Aetanthus megaphyllus, Aetanthus pascoensis, Aetanthus tachirensis, Aetanthus validus, Agelanthus atrocoronatus, Agelanthus bipartitus, Agelanthus brunneus, Agelanthus combreticola, Agelanthus copaiferae, Agelanthus crassifolius, Agelanthus deltae, Agelanthus dichrous, Agelanthus discolor, Agelanthus djurensis, Agelanthus dodonaeifolius, Agelanthus elegantulus, Agelanthus entebbensis, Agelanthus falcifolius, Agelanthus flammeus, Agelanthus fuellebornii, Agelanthus gilgii, Agelanthus glaucoviridis, Agelanthus glomeratus, Agelanthus gracilis, Agelanthus guineensis, Agelanthus henriquesii, Agelanthus heteromorphus, Agelanthus igneus, Agelanthus irangensis, Agelanthus kayseri, Agelanthus keilii, Agelanthus krausei, Agelanthus kraussianus, Agelanthus lancifolius,